Escrow-protected freelance marketplace
Post jobs, review proposals, and release milestone payments through secure escrow — trusted by teams and independent professionals worldwide.
Free to start · No credit card required
Trusted by teams at
+12% YoY
+18% YoY
All-time
Escrow secured
Escrow protected
Funds held until work is approved
Verified profiles
Identity and payment checks
Dispute resolution
Mediated when issues arise
PCI-ready payments
Secure card and bank payments
Live profiles · Browse & hire
1 active listings · Apply in minutes
For employers
From first job post to final payment, Workly gives hiring teams a single place to source talent, manage contracts, and protect every dollar in escrow.
Post jobs in minutes
Define scope, budget, and skills. Most listings get proposals within hours.
Compare vetted proposals
Review portfolios, ratings, and Workly Verified badges side by side.
Pay only for approved work
Fund milestones into escrow. Release payment when deliverables meet your standards.
Scale without headcount
Onboard contractors globally with contracts, messaging, and team tools built in.
Free to post · Pay only when you hire
For freelancers
Browse quality jobs, submit proposals in minutes, and get paid through milestone escrow — so you never chase invoices again.
Win quality clients
Apply to jobs that match your skills with structured proposals and clear budgets.
Get paid on time
Escrow-backed milestones mean your earnings are secured before you start work.
Build your reputation
Earn reviews, talent badges, and trust scores that compound over time.
Withdraw your way
Payout to your wallet, then withdraw via bank transfer or mobile money.
Free forever · No subscription required
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Success stories
Northline Systems
Enterprise SaaS
“Workly's escrow and milestone flow gave finance full visibility while we scaled product delivery without adding headcount.”
Elena Vasquez
VP Engineering
Forge Studios
Creative agency
“We route overflow work through Workly. Client ratings and portfolios help us shortlist talent in under an hour.”
Priya Mehta
Creative Director
Cascade FinTech
Financial services
“Verified payment badges and structured contracts made procurement comfortable with high-volume contractor hiring.”
Marcus Webb
Head of Operations
Social proof
From startups to enterprise teams, Workly powers hiring and payments at scale.
“We scaled our product team across three time zones without adding headcount. Workly's escrow and milestone flow gave finance full visibility.”
Elena Vasquez
Northline Systems
“As a solo consultant, I closed more enterprise contracts in Q1 than all of last year. Verified profiles and structured proposals made the difference.”
James Okonkwo
Freelancer
“Our agency routes overflow design work through Workly. Quality is consistent and client ratings help us shortlist in under an hour.”
Priya Mehta
Studio Meridian
How it works
For clients
Hire vetted talent with escrow protection
Define scope, budget, skills, and screening criteria in minutes.
Review qualified freelancers, ratings, and portfolio evidence.
Choose the best proposal and start your contract.
Fund escrow, approve deliverables, and release with confidence.
For freelancers
Find work, deliver, and get paid securely
Showcase skills, portfolio, and verified credentials.
Browse open jobs and submit tailored proposals.
Collaborate via milestones and real-time messaging.
Receive escrow-backed payouts to your Workly wallet, then withdraw via bank transfer or mobile money.
Pricing
No monthly subscriptions. Clients pay for completed work; freelancers pay a platform fee only when they earn. Start free — upgrade when you scale.
Free to post
For teams hiring occasionally
Pay per project
For growing companies
Custom
For high-volume hiring
| Capability | Clients | Freelancers |
|---|---|---|
| Job posting | — | |
| Proposal submission | — | |
| Escrow payments | ||
| Milestone tracking | ||
| Dispute resolution | ||
| Multi-rail payouts | — | |
| Verified badges | ||
| Enterprise SLA | Custom | Custom |
Enterprise
For high-volume hiring with dedicated support, compliance options, and volume pricing. Trusted by finance, creative, and technology teams worldwide.
Single point of contact for onboarding, hiring strategy, and escalations.
Tailored terms, volume pricing, and compliance documentation.
Spend visibility, hiring funnel metrics, and team performance dashboards.
Enterprise authentication, audit logs, and data residency options.
Shared hiring pipeline, role-based access, and approval workflows.
24/7 escalation path for payments, disputes, and platform issues.
FAQ
Everything you need to know about escrow, fees, and getting started.
Clients fund milestones into escrow before work begins. Funds release only after deliverables are approved, with dispute resolution if issues arise.
Still have questions? Visit the help center or create a free account.
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